Water Damage is one of the most frustrating problems that any homeowner can face. It can be as simple as a small spill to major flooding caused by numerous sources.  Flood and water damage has the ability to do immediate and long term harm to your property and health if not dealt with correctly.

Water has the unique ability to wick into and soak almost everything in its path. If water is located upstairs it can cause ceilings to collapse.  If nothing is done about the water damage, in as little as 5 days mold can start to grow leading to a myriad of health and breathing issues. Once mold has started growing, you should have a professional handle the mold remediation.

Water Damage in homes is often not visible to the naked eye. That is why we use infrared cameras to see behind the surfaces as well as other moisture detection devices. The biggest mistake a home owner can make is assuming that the little amount of water that is visible is all that is there. Once your house or business is wet, especially in the Northwest, it will not dry on its own.

It is important to act fast. The longer the water sits, the worse the damage becomes. Immediately addressing water problems saves thousands of dollars in repair costs and can save you from secondary damage that is not covered by your insurance. Secondary damage is what can happen if the drying process is not started immediately.

The homeowner can be found negligent by the insurance company if it is discovered that they purposefully did not contact a water damage company to address the issue upon learning of it.

Absolute Water Damage technicians make sure you understand the steps involved with comprehensive damage assessments and remediation.  We understand insurance companies and how to work with them to help get your house back to normal ASAP.

Once you have found a water damage problem, it is recommended you figure out what caused it and stop additional water from entering the area. Starting to clean the water up will do no good if more is coming in.

As soon as you have the water stopped, it is wise to immediately start the water extraction. We use a high powered commercial vacuum, or in extreme cases a submersible pump. It is very important to get as much water cleaned up before starting the drying process.

The number one priority once you have noticed water damage is protecting your property. Remove all small items from the area. The larger items can be handled by our team. If you have paper products that are wet, they may be salvaged by freezing them immediately and then drying them.

If the water is Category 2 or 3 flood water, most things will have to be replaced as the water is likely contaminated.

You must start the drying process. Especially here in the Northwest, your house will not dry on its own. It is necessary to use large air movers, dehumidifiers, and sometimes heaters to get your property dry. You can not start any repair work on the structure until the property is properly dried. Most water damage situations can be dried within 5 to 7 days, if not faster.

Water travels. We bring in highly sophisticated equipment to search for water. We can use infrared cameras to locate water in areas that appear dry behind walls, underneath floors, etc. We use a six step process using the latest equipment and techniques:

1. Inspection and Assessment
2. Water Extraction
3. Anti-Microbial Biocide Application
4. Drying: Air Movement
5. Drying: Dehumidifying
6. Drying: Monitoring

We understand the principles involved in water damage restoration.  We can accurately estimate the total cost of the work, thereby saving hundreds or even thousands of dollars in repair costs.

Once dry, all carpets, flooring, and drywall surfaces that were affected should be cleaned, disinfected, and sanitized. Carpets should be taken up to be cleaned and any damp padding thrown out and replaced.  If the carpet itself has been wet for longer than two days or appears to be damaged or delaminating, replace it as well.

At Absolute Water Damage we understand that water damage restoration is an emergency business. That's why we are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week and onsite within an hour in most cases.

My name is Ray, I am the owner of Absolute Water Damage. I answer the phone personally 24/7 and am onsite at every job personally to guarantee quality of service.

The fast action that Absolute provides is imperative to reduce suffering and save money. The primary purpose of emergency service is to "protect, preserve and secure the property from further damage." Water damage claims increase substantially if immediate action is not taken to contain the damage.

We are a family owned, local company.  We take pride in our Northwest heritage.  We are also an environmentally safe company using green products.

We work with all insurance companies to make the claims process very simple and worry free. We bill them and not you, in most cases.

Absolute IICRC certified technicians use the latest products, procedures, and equipment to give the highest level of service and performance in remediation of your water damage.

You may need a general contractor to help with the rebuild after a serious water damage episode.

We work with several in the area and can recommend someone that has the expertise for your situation.

Consult an experienced, IICRC certified professional before beginning any such project.

After Water damage occurs, the items that can be restored within the first 48 hours may not be restored if emergency response is delayed. That is why contacting the right water damage restoration company is vital for your property and belongings.

Absolute Water Damage has the experience and the know how to quickly assist you in your time of need.

Our certified technicians service the greater Puget Sound Area.

Fire Damage is an especially complicated issue. The aftermath can leave your property unrecognizable and take a long time to repair. Repairing fire damage can be a daunting job, and this is where Absolute Water Damage comes in.

Our professional team has expertise that will help you restore everything to the original form. We provide emergency service starting from the second it happens and we conclude with the you and you're property brought back to pre loss conditions.

Fire leaves everything destroyed but it also leaves the property dangerous for you. Absolute Water Damage ensures a safe clean up job immediately after fire damage loss.

Smoke Damage

Even when a fire does not destroy the structure, smokes leaves an undesirable scenario. Smoke may enter the ductwork system and affect an entire house. Even small smoke residue that leaves discoloration on the wall should be treated. Leave the job to us!

Acting fast can save your property even after fire damage. Our trained Absolute Water Damage team will help by protecting your house and mitigating the damages. Fire destroys almost everything and can leave your home uninhabitable. However, fire damage does not always mean a total loss. We can restore your property completely and bring it back to life. This is our profession and our passion. We use the latest time tested techniques to bring the pieces together.

Fire restoration requires a specialized skill and expertise to repair and restore your house. That is why you need professional help. The fire damage can be overwhelming, but it needs immediate attention.

Our fire damage restoration company will help to minimize your losses and rehabilitate your property in a prompt and professional manner. If you need fire damage repair then contact us right now!  We take pride in providing you with expert fire repair and restoration technicians to our clients all over the Puget Sound Area. Call us at 206-750-5457.

Our team 

At Absolute Water Damage, we have a wealth of services ranging from water damage repair, smoke damage restoration, and fire damage restoration services. Our trained and professional crews are highly experienced to take care of any property damage from fire, smoke and water. We place a high value on providing our clients with top-notch customer service, and our crew members are constantly updating their expertise with techniques and technology. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide a hassle free service and exceed the expectation of our clients. Regardless of the level of challenge a job brings, our expert team will handle it efficiently and cost effectively.

Our Commitment

Our company’s commitment is to provide professional storm, water and fire damage restoration services that focus on the time and budget allocated by the insurance company.  In addition we review the scope of work issued by the insurance company to make sure the scope of work is inclusive of every aspect to restore your property. We work closely with each of our clients and keep them informed of the progress during each stage of the restoration. Our company is committed to providing you with the highest quality restoration experience.

If you have any fire damage repair, water damage repair or smoke damage repair to be done, let us know.

Sewage Damage and sewage contamination is a health risk in any form.

Absolute Water Damage can minimize your exposure and save your health as well as some cost. Absolute will quickly remove any contamination source in order to avoid any spread of dangerous sewage contaminations. By using Absolute Water Damage, we can reduce losses in property value, minimize costs, ensure that the health of your family, friends and even your employees are protected.

At Absolute Water Damage, all of our professionally trained staff members are certified by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification).  Our technicians will ensure that any harmful or damaging sewage waste will be eliminated during the emergency response.

Diseases that are commonly found in sewage:

• Hepatitis A
• Bacterium
• Respiratory Diseases
• Salmonella
• Balontidiasis
• Bacillary Dysentery 

The IICRC offers several facts to consumers in regards to myths about sewage:

Myth 1 – If it is sewage from oceans, lakes or rivers, it is clean.  Just because it comes from a natural body of water, it is not safe.  Natural water sewage can contain microorganisms, bacteria and even pesticides.  If this natural sewage is trapped in between walls or carpeting, it will become a large and often unpleasant smelling problem.

Myth 2 – If your carpet has been saturated in sewage, it can be cleaned.  This is absolutely not true.  Carpet, carpet pads, bedding, paper goods, wicker, upholstery, and even fabrics will absorb sewage.  No matter how hot of water or how strong the chemical used, you cannot clean nor save fabric surfaces after they have been contaminated by sewage.  They must be disposed of promptly and professionally.

Myth 3 – Buildings that have only partial sewage flooding are still safe to enter.  Unless a contaminated portion of a building can be sealed off to insure further spread of the contamination is stopped, no building is safe.  The only individuals who can determine whether a building is safe to enter after sewage flooding are trained and certified IICRC members

Exposure to sewage contaminants could pose serious health consequences. Failure to remove sewage will result in a dangerous environment.  Our sewer damage removal service is designed to safely and effectively remove bio hazardous substances and dispose of them properly according to the health regulations. Armed with the necessary safety equipment and sanitizing products our sewage service technicians turn unsafe structures into clean, safe homes and offices. Immediate Sewage Removal by Absolute Water Damage will begin the sewage damage recovery process. Call us and let our sewage damage restoration experts take over.

Absolute Water Damage technicians have no fear of any Sewage Removal job - big, small, ugly, or smelly.

Step #1. Bio-washing combined with the application of biocide, anti-fungal, and anti-microbial agents.

Step #2. Floor, ceiling, wall, basement, structure, and crawl space drying and dehumidifying.

Step #3. Sewage damage restoration returns things to the way they were before the flooding.

Category 3 or Black water contains pathogenic agents and is grossly unsanitary. Examples include Toilet back flow that originates from beyond the toilet trap, flooding from seawater, ground surface water or rising water from rivers and streams.

Category 2 water that is not removed promptly, may be re-classified as category 3 water.

When a sewage backup affects a structure, a unique set of restoration techniques must be employed to safely handle the situation. Federal, state and local government agencies agree that the best protocol of restoration is to follow the published standards and guidelines developed by the IICRC.

During sewage backups or other "black water loss", large amounts of bacteria can enter the interior environment and pose potentially serious health risks to the occupants. In fact, the bacteria introduced to the structure could stay active for up to one month if left untreated. Advanced restoration methods are employed to rid the structure of all traces of sewage and make the structure clean and safe for occupancy.

In a black water loss, care must be taken to not disturb the bacteria in the water and make it airborne. When bacteria are contained in the water and not sent airborne, it is not easily breathable by restoration workers or occupants. This means that doors and windows should remain closed during clean up. The typical fans and blowers used to dry a structure that has experienced a "clean water loss" (non-sewage) should not be used in the early stages of a sewage clean-up project. 

Under The law, it is your right to determine what company will perform work in your home or business. Some insurance carriers have “preferred contractors” that they recommend, who have agreements with the insurance companies to handle water losses in a certain manner, and at pre-determined prices. You should be aware that these companies often rely on these referrals from the insurance carriers for their livelihood. This could create a conflict of interest. These companies may not hold the protection of your health and property as their top priority.

We at Absolute Water Damage work for you; to protect your interest, not the insurance company's'.